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Tesla's Optimus Mishap Highlights Gaps in Ambitious Projections

1/4/2026

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During Tesla's December 2025 Miami showcase, a leaked video shows Optimus awkwardly handing water bottles and then falling, drawing negative attention.
Critics say the incident exposes the gap between Elon Musk's optimistic projections, including a claimed potential for over $10 trillion in revenue, and current capabilities.
Competition from Chinese firms such as Unitree challenges Tesla.
Industry insiders remain cautious about near-term potential.

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Story summary

During Tesla's December 2025 Miami showcase, a leaked video shows Optimus awkwardly handing water bottles and then falling, drawing negative attention.
Critics say the incident exposes the gap between Elon Musk's optimistic projections, including a claimed potential for over $10 trillion in revenue, and current capabilities.
Competition from Chinese firms such as Unitree challenges Tesla.
Industry insiders remain cautious about near-term potential.